Scientist/Senior Scientist, TCOMS Full-time

Scientist/Senior Scientist, TCOMS

Lead and drive the development of ocean and coastal modelling capabilities, including:

• Development of high-resolution coastal models for the regional and local waters using DELFT3D-FM/MIKE; and/or
• Development of high-resolution ocean circulation models for the regional waters using NEMO;
• Development of relevant tools, techniques, and methodologies, such as data assimilation, data-driven models and Bayesian networks.
• Working as senior member of research teams carrying out projects related to the development of models for forecasting and prediction of the metocean environment.
• Lead and undertake management of project tasks and produce the deliverables within the agreed parameters in an appropriate format, to ensure that relevant project tasks are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track project progress and performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Develop leadership skills, and to take responsibility to review other colleagues’ work as requested.
• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with other staff members.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentations.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Contribute to the proposals for new grants and projects by accurately estimating time requirements and developing scopes of work.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Actively seeking to ensure satisfaction of collaborators and stakeholders and to generate new opportunities for TCOMS.
• Attend training as required to maintain proficiency.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• PhD in Oceanography, Ocean Engineering, Coastal Engineering or other related discipline.
• Working knowledge of oceanography, ocean modelling and hydrodynamics.
• Experience in using DELFT3D-FM and other open-source models for coastal modelling.
• Experience in using NEMO and other open-source models for ocean circulation modelling.
• Knowledge in sensing, data analytics, machine learning will be an advantage.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively as a member of a team.
• Resourceful and self-driven with high degree of professional integrity.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.